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(2 Thessalonians 3:6-18) - In this section of his letter Paul would command the Thessalonians to take the next step - in dealing with a small group of unruly brethren who were expecting to be supported by the - local church. They were to be corrected and restored to normal fellowship when they returned - to living according to the traditions they had been taught. - [37 minutes]

And so Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus; but Paul chose Silas and departed, being 5commended by the brethren to the grace of God. [1 hour]

(2 Thessalonians 2:13-3:5) - Paul expressed his thankfulness to God for their reception of the gospel which had changed - their lives in such significant ways. He encouraged them to be firmly established in the truths - that they were taught, so they would not be quickly shaken by false teaching. Paul also asked - God to strengthen them so that they would have the courage to carry out the commands given - to them by the authority of the Lord Jesus Christ. - [33 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 2:1-12) - Paul confirms his original instruction to the Thessalonians that Christ could come - for church-age saints at any moment. The Day of the Lord cannot begin until after - the departure of the church and the appearing of the man of lawlessness, who is being - restrained by the Holy Spirit until God's appointed time. - A separate chart shows evidence for the identity of the Restrainer. - [48 minutes]

Andy responds to Biblical arguments annihilationists attempt to make against an eternal hell. [1 hour 5 minutes]

They took ashes from the furnace and stood before Pharaoh, and Moses scattered them toward heaven. And they caused boils that break out in sores on man and beast. [57 minutes]

(2 Thessalonians 1:1-12) - This session begins with the background for the second letter to the Thessalonians. - Paul again praised them for their faith in the midst of persecution, and he reassured - them that there will be just punishment for those who are afflicting them. - A separate chart shows the distinctions between the Rapture and the Second Coming. - [51 minutes]

When they had read [the letter], they rejoiced over its encouragement. [1 hour 5 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 5:12-28) - Paul began this final section of his letter by encouraging the brethren to respect and appreciate - the leaders who are accountable for the welfare of the church. As members of the family of God - they were to prop up the weak and bear with the failings of others in love. Their lives should be - characterized by rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving. - [46 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 5:1-11) - In chapter five Paul described the coming Day of the Lord before affirming that church-age saints - are not destined to experience that time of righteous wrath and divine judgment. - A separate chart is provided contrasting believers to unbelievers. - [39 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 4:13-18) - In this chapter Paul revealed new information about the coming of the Lord to gather church-age believers before - the time when God's righteous wrath is poured out in judgment upon a Christ-rejecting world. They were to take - comfort from these new truths about the resurrection of both living and deceased church-age saints. - Separate charts are provided: - 1) Distinctions between the Rapture and the Second Coming - 2) The Sequence of Events at the Rapture - [27 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 4:1-12) - Paul begins the main body of his letter by praising the Thessalonians' progress, - and then by addressing two areas of concern. - [34 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 3:1-13) - Paul completes the defense of his ministry and provides a glimpse into his emotional struggle - over his separation from them. He shares his immense joy at the good news from Timothy's report. - [28 minutes]

(1 Thessalonians 2:1-20) - In this chapter Paul denies several of the accusations brought against him by his opponents, and - he shares the truth about the positive and righteous ways he conducted his ministry in Thessalonica. - A separate chart is provided showing each charge and Paul's answer in this chapter. - [44 minutes]

For it seemed good to the Holy Spirit, and to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things: that you abstain from things offered to idols, from blood, from things strangled, and from sexual immorality. [1 hour 1 minute]

(1 Thessalonians 1:1-10) - As Paul began his first letter to the Thessalonians he praised them for the dramatic changes in their lives. - Their new faith in Christ was clearly evident in their behavior and lifestyle. - [38 minutes]

The theology of Scripture opposes the idea that those in hell are annihilated. [58 minutes]

So the Lord did this thing on the next day, and all the livestock of Egypt died; but of the livestock of the children of Israel, not one died. [1 hour 6 minutes]

In this session Steve introduces the apostle Paul's letters to the Thessalonians. - [28 minutes]

I judge that we should not trouble those from among the Gentiles who rare turning to God, but that we write to them to abstain from things polluted by idols, from sexual immorality, from things strangled, and from blood. [1 hour 2 minutes]

The theology of Scripture opposes the idea that those in hell are annihilated. [1 hour 2 minutes]

Pharaoh hardened his heart at this time also; neither would he let the people go. [1 hour 6 minutes]

A discussion of passages indicating hell is an eternal experience. [1 hour 5 minutes]

We will go three days' journey into the wilderness and sacrifice to the Lord our God as He will command us. [1 hour 2 minutes]

Andy introduces the recently-promoted view that Hell only lasts for a time. [1 hour 3 minutes]

I will make a difference between My people and your people. [1 hour 3 minutes]

Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?' or ‘What shall we drink?' or ‘What shall we wear?' . . . For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 28, 2025. [40 minutes]

Jesus entered this world so that He, by the grace of God, might taste death for everyone. This presentation was given on December 21, 2025 at Sugar Land Bible Church in Sugar Land, Texas. [1 hour 11 minutes]

The Lord has anointed Me to preach good tidings to the poor; He has sent Me to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to those who are bound. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 21, 2025. [38 minutes]

Then the magicians said to Pharaoh, “This is the finger of God.” But Pharaoh's heart grew hard, and he did not heed them, just as the Lord had said. [1 hour 8 minutes]

Let it be according to your word, that you may know that there is no one like the Lord our God. [58 minutes]

The Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Taught at Agape Bible Church on December 7, 2025. [45 minutes]

Known to God from eternity are all His works. [1 hour 11 minutes]

In this session Steve shares about the glorified body that each believer will receive. [17 minutes]

You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 30, 2025. [54 minutes]

If you refuse to let them go, behold, I will smite all your territory with frogs. [1 hour 1 minute]

Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 23, 2025. [42 minutes]

Men and brethren, I am a Pharisee, the son of a Pharisee; concerning the hope and resurrection of the dead I am being judged! Video presentation is also available on Youtube and Rumble. [39 minutes]

Known to God from eternity are all His works. [1 hour 5 minutes]

Pharaoh turned and went into his house. Neither was his heart moved by this. [1 hour 7 minutes]

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 16, 2025. [50 minutes]

After this I will return and will rebuild the tabernacle of David, which has fallen down. [1 hour 9 minutes]

Behold, I will strike the waters which are in the river with the rod that is in my hand, and they shall be turned to blood. [1 hour 8 minutes]

Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on November 9, 2025. [41 minutes]

But we believe that through the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ we shall be saved in the same manner as they. [1 hour 7 minutes]

So Moses and Aaron went in to Pharaoh, and they did so, just as the Lord commanded. And Aaron cast down his rod before Pharaoh and before his servants, and it became a serpent. [1 hour 1 minute]

Why do you test God by putting a yoke on the neck of the disciples which neither our fathers nor we were able to bear? [1 hour 9 minutes]

You shall speak all that I command you. And Aaron your brother shall tell Pharaoh to send the children of Israel out of his land. [1 hour 3 minutes]

And when they had come to Jerusalem, they were received by the church and the apostles and the elders; and they reported all things that God had done with them. [1 hour 4 minutes]

And you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit. Taught at Agape Bible Church in Willits, California on October 19, 2025. [46 minutes]

Moses said before the Lord, “Behold, I am of uncircumcised lips, and how shall Pharaoh heed me?” [1 hour 7 minutes]